Usage Note
Gewölbe describes an arched stone or brick ceiling, common in churches and cellars; a wine cellar is often a Kellergewölbe. The related verb wölben means to arch or curve.
Examples
"Das alte Gewölbe der Kirche ist reich bemalt."
Natural Translation
The old vault of the church is richly painted.
Literal Translation
The old vault of-the church is richly painted.
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